Fitness & Cardio
Striking a Balance: Overtraining in strength programs
How far is too far when pushing athletes in training? In this roundtable, five strength coaches discuss programming without overtraining… more »
5 basic exercises that produce results
Basic exercises are often the most effective. There are a handful of simple yet effective exercises that are easy to learn and require minimal equipment… more »
Focus on Fitness
A look at the UCLA Health Sound Body Sound Mind initiative, which provides high schools with a comprehensive and state-of-the-art fitness program… more »
Set the Bar
At Colorado State University-Pueblo, strength coach Allen Hedrick uses historical lifting averages to establish weightroom goals and guide players’ offseason programming… more »
Optimum Performance: Managed Approach
Prescribing the right workload in training can make the difference between success and failure for the athlete. To get there, avoid these six common programming errors… more »
Energy Advice
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has released a document giving guidance and warnings on the consumption of energy drinks… more »
Setting Up Circuits
In addition to a regular weightlifting routine, circuit training provides a fun and refreshing way for athletes to build strength and endurance… more »
Battle It Out
Battle ropes can be a great way to add variety to any strength program. Here are a few ideas on how to implement them… more »
